Naval Draughtsman

SOON AIK SHIPBUILDING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled engineering design leader to oversee a team of draftsmen in marine design. In this pivotal role, you will ensure compliance with international design codes and regulations while managing complex projects within the Marine and Offshore sectors. Your expertise in naval architecture and proficiency in CAD software will be crucial in preparing layout arrangements and coordinating with various stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative designs and lead a talented team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in engineering design in Marine, Offshore, or Oil & Gas.
• Strong leadership skills to manage teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in Basic design for Hull form and General Arrangement.
• Prepare layout arrangements per specifications and regulations.
• Manage technical information from suppliers and coordinate with engineers.

Skills

International design codes knowledge

Engineering Design skills

Project Management skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Naval architecture expertise

Outfitting design expertise

Accommodation design expertise

Tools

AutoCAD

Aveva Marine

NAPA

Microsoft Office

Rhino 3D

CFD software

Job description

Job description:

Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team of draftsmen in Basic design to carry out Hull form and General Arrangement.
2. Support other in-house departments and external parties by providing specialist technical advice and information.
3. Prepare and review layout arrangements in accordance with building specifications, rules, and regulations (fire, watertight integrity, accommodation layouts, etc.).
4. Manage and check technical information from external suppliers of equipment and systems, and coordinate with engineers from other trades within the organization.
5. Check and approve calculations/drawings and material lists to ensure compliance with contractual technical specifications, installation control documents, Classification, and Statutory Rules/Regulations.
6. Participate in tests and trials as required.
7. Liaise with ship owners, surveyors, and other stakeholders.
8. Ensure timely and proper capture of all design issues raised by owners, Class, and Flag in the Action Item Register for follow-up actions.
9. Stay updated with Classification Rules and industrial standards relevant to design activities.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of international design codes, Classification/Statutory Rules, and Regulations.
• Engineering Design and Project Management skills.
• Strong Leadership and Interpersonal skills.
• Expertise in Naval architecture, Structure, Outfitting, and Accommodation design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Aveva Marine, NAPA, Microsoft Office, Rhino 3D, CFD software.
• High proficiency in 3D modeling using CAD software is advantageous.

Requirements:

• At least 8-10 years of experience in engineering design within Marine, Offshore, Oil & Gas industries, or Classification Societies.
• Strong Leadership and Interpersonal skills to manage team members and stakeholders, including vendors and clients.